Colours For This Fall Winter For January 2015

Colour Stories

The latest colour trend forecast for fall winter 2014-15 says a different story altogether!

Winter, amongst other things, is also the onset of a dull and boring season for fashion, mostly characterized by dull grey and black. But the latest colour trend forecast for fall winter 2014-15 is a different story altogether! This season promises a burst of colours which are muted, yet beautiful when played up in combination with each other. It is time to let go of the morose ideas that you associate with winter and go trendy with various colour palettes this winter.

The colours in vogue this winter are subtle and elegant winter shades brought to life with splatters of bold and cheerful hues. The most 'in demand' colour this season is going to be blush. It is a simple and non-fussy palette emphasizing on delicate tones. This palette mainly consists of shades like light peach, rich burgundy and shades of starlight gold. From jackets to dresses to make up, this colour has no match to its allure and simplistic beauty.

This winter is also about the magical beauty of silvery tones. The brilliant sparkle with its splendour and elegance can light up many a cold and dull evening. The silvery glow is your best bet for attending the many parties that the winter season throws your way. Another way to opt for some bling this winter is to opt for crystal studded items which can dazzle your evenings. Crystals like topaz, black diamond, turquoise and crystal lagoon can give you the desired effect.

Traditional colour schemes brightened by modern elements are also going to rule this winter. The most impressive colour combination this season will be the two shades of dark and light blue. This season also has drawn influences from brilliant synthetic tones in matte and neon accents, which takes the look of this season several notches higher.

Metallics can also be your next best friend because their unique lustre totally complements the raw beauty of the winter season. Shades like heather, kelp green and rose pink will also leave their influence on the fall winter look this season, making your look this winter one of the most colourful ones, ever!

Colour Trivia

Colour Facts For January 2015

1. Blue coloured eyes are a beautiful sight to behold and are considered to be a symbol of beauty but here is something very interesting about blue coloured eyes that not many of us know. Well, the strange and interesting belief behind blue eyes is that if you have blue eyes, then you supposedly share a common ancestor with every blue-eyed individual in this world! This line of thought is believed to be true because the first blue eyed person is said to have lived around 6,000 to 10,000 years ago and before that people were only believed to have brown eyes.
2. We all know how beneficial an orange is for our health but what many of us do not know is how this fruit can trick us with its colour. The tricky part about an orange is that its ripeness can never be guessed by its colour, it doesn't matter whether it is green or orange in colour. Even if an orange is left unpicked and stays on the tree till the next season, its colour will go from green to orange to green again! And what is even more surprising is that its quality and flavour both remain unaffected!
3. Blue is one of the most popular colours around the globe and also happens to be the most "favourite" colour of people, almost unanimously. Besides featuring as the global favourite colour, it is most associated with the navy, air mail and also the uniforms of civil servants. The story behind blue being worn by public servants began in ancient Rome. This acted as a source for the idea of having police uniforms, as well as other uniforms for civil servants, in blue colour.

Colour Quotes For January 2015

• "My world was the size of a crayon box, and it took every colour to draw her"

      - Sarah Kay, No Matter the Wreckage

• "Let me, O let me bathe my soul in colours; let me swallow the sunset and drink the rainbow."

      - Khalil Gibran

• "Every person has their own colour."

      - Haruki Murakami, Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage

Colour Tips For January 2015

1. If chosen wisely, paint is the most affordable styling element that can help you jazz up your house in a jiffy. All of us would love to have walls which help reflect our personality but this is easier said than done as paints are notorious for changing their appeal after appearing on your wall! But we have got a solution for that too! Well, all you need for this experiment is a small powder room or a small wall which falls in between rooms. Once you have located this area, you can experiment by colouring it with your choice of paint and see for yourself how your chosen can of paint looks on a wall.
2. Trends come and go but some last a little longer than others. When it comes to interior décor, the trend of painting each wall a different colour has been there for some time now. But to be honest, it has become a little overdone. So, for those of you who do not want to be a part of this herd, we have a simple trick for you. To make your interiors look different, you can take a single colour but in different finishes, so that it appears different on each wall. You can buy matte, satin and semi-gloss finish of the same hue and use them on different walls, as well as for trim, which will give a cohesive look to your interiors.
3. Our focus is mostly on deciding the colour when we are trying to choose a wall paint but a very important detail that we often miss here is the lighting. It is actually the correct lighting which will help in bringing out the true shade of your wall colour. Thus, always opt for warm tones and yellows in areas where you have incandescent lighting because it brings out these colours the best. On the other hand, most of the other colours look best in daylight and you can let your imagination run free while choosing paint colour for areas which receive daylight in plentiful.

World Of Colours

Colours & Emotion For January 2015

1. The next time you feel slouchy and your spirits are down, do not pick up that dull sweater or shirt over your jeans. This advice surprisingly is not to improve your fashion sense but to improve your mood! It is a well known fact that colours affect our mood; so the next time you are feeling down, put on those bright skirts and jewellery, which will help in boosting your mood, along with making you look great. Make sure to try this tip, as the bright colours will not only make others take notice of you but also make you feel good about yourself.
2. Colours occur most abundantly in nature and their attributes can be traced back to what they represent in nature. For example, the colour green, which is the colour of vegetation, is rightly associated with growth and fertility. Whereas the colour blue, which is the colour of the sky and the seas, is associated with being calm and cool, just like the water it represents. Similarly, the colour red, which is also a colour of the Sun, is associated with energy, fire and passion just like the fiery Sun.

Colours & Fashion For January 2015

Dressing up fashionably for winters is thankfully not rocket science but here are a few pointers you need to keep in mind this winter to stand out from the rest. We list out a few items and all you need to do is ensure that you stock up on these. The first thing on the list to combat dull, grey winters is feather earrings in bright colours, the next being pretty floral prints in all their forms. Spring may be far but that is no reason to shun pretty florals. Two things to be kept in mind while winter dressing; stick to the colour nude which can immediately up your glam factor and last but not the least, an item that you definitely need in your wardrobe is a cape which is ruling the fashion scene right now.

Colours & Gems For January 2015

1. Amethyst is a beautiful and precious gemstone but there is much more to this gemstone than what meets the eye. It is not only beautiful to look at but is also considered to be spiritually helpful. Amethyst is known to expand the consciousness of the soul and help in bringing out the spiritual side of a person. It does so by aiding the soul to become powerful enough to control the mind of an individual. This gemstone is also said to be beneficial in ensuring a good night's sleep or having pleasant dreams for those who suffer from nightmares.
2. Gemstones can be a great source for the process of healing a variety of ailments and this has also been proven by research. The cosmic rays from gems are capable of curing certain diseases and we have compiled a concise list here for you. For those who regularly suffer from acidity, digestive disorders and high blood pressure, emerald is a very beneficial gemstone. Red coral is helpful in curing constipation, piles, common cold or bronchitis, while moonstone has the power to help patients suffering from insomnia. Asthma can find a friend in blue sapphire, whereas in case of a weak heart or heart diseases, it is advisable to wear a ruby.

Colours & Nature For January 2015

1. Butterflies are one of the most colourful specimens of nature and have captured human imagination. They are often mentioned in literature because of the magnificence of their beauty and have been used to depict various pleasant things. It's interesting to note that these delicate looking butterflies are in no way as delicate as it looks and their pretty colourful wings have the perfect inbuilt structure to keep away predators. The colourful wings of the butterfly are structured and wired in such a way as to protect itself and its delicate look is only a foil for all the strength inside!
2. We keep speaking of how the colour green dominates nature with its various iridescent shades and today we bring you one more such instance. Hummingbirds are famous for their soothing voice but there is a particular hummingbird known more for its colour than its voice. We are talking about the Green Breasted Mango hummingbirds, the name itself sounds colourfully fancy, doesn't it? It is the only member of its genus and its magnificent green plumage ensures its exclusivity amongst its flock, as well as among all other species.

Décor

A Décor Guide For First Timer!

We have listed out a few pieces of furniture which are an absolute must for home décor.

We keep getting tips and tricks for all the home decorators out there but we realized that our tips and tricks are mostly not useful for someone setting up their home for the first time. So, without wasting any time, here we are with a few tips for those hapless beings who are setting up a home for the first time! We have listed out a few pieces of furniture which are an absolute must for home décor and after you have got these in place, you can move on to bigger decoration projects for your interiors.

The first thing you need to invest in is a solid bed which will last you a long time. Take your time out and choose a comfortable and well-made bed, and if you can, try not to mind the price too much. The next item on your list should be a sturdy and comfortable sofa, preferably with a solid hardwood frame and durable fabric. Just throw on a few colourful cushions or ornately done lace-throws according to your preference and you are good to go.

A chest of drawers is the next useful item in your list. It can be placed from bathroom to bedroom for keeping supplies, linen, clothes, books or even games! Make sure you place them at quite a few places and choose classic pieces and not the pop coloured ones. The chest of drawers will take care of most of your stuff but you will need a good old steady almirah or armoire in order to store your clothes, linen and everything else in an organized manner.

The last necessary item you need to focus on is the lighting and the lamps you choose. This totally depends on you and your preferences. If you want, you can go ahead with placing simple bulbs but we would like it if you make a little effort to create a beautiful lighting scheme. For this, you need to use a variety of arrangements, like floor lamps near seating areas, wall mounted lamps beside your bed, table lamps for tables and some track lighting as well if it's in your budget. If you have all of these put together, half your work is done and you are ready to follow our other décor tips!

Bring The Old World Charm Back Into Your Home!

Remember that some things never lose their charm and simplicity tops that list.

Accent wall colours have been ruling the roost for quite some time now but not all of us want our houses to look like everybody else's. It's no doubt that accent colours can bring your house alive but it is also true that the fewer colours you use in a room, the more pretty and pleasing it is.

The pretty and pleasing factor of wall paint is magnified when the colours used by you belong to a muted palette, i.e. creamy and peachy colours, all belonging to the same colour family. This happens because lighter colours are always more pleasing and also easy on the eye. They create a soothing and calm atmosphere in your home, which is a boon for your frayed nerves any given day!

Besides, having the wonderful visual effects of a muted palette also assists in making your interior décor stand out. The advantage of having lightly coloured walls is that it works as a perfect background to enhance your furnishing. A light coloured palette will allow your furnishing and other décor items to be the center of attention and let them stand out.

To further enhance this monotone effect, you can also have your rugs or carpets in the colour of your walls, as this will help in bringing out the colours or patterns of your curtains. Since you are going easy on the walls and floor coverings, we suggest you opt for bright and beautiful upholstery. You can also add some zing and colour to your house by using stair carpets in bold colours, but no patterns please. Whatever you choose to do, remember that some things never lose their charm and simplicity tops that list!

Some Décor Tips For The Lazy Decorator!

These tips should take care of making your interiors look inviting even while you are at your laziest!

We keep bringing you suggestions on what to do to add that extra jazz to your home but we all get lazy at times, and there goes all our suggestions in vain! So this time around, we decided to get you tips which are so easy that you do not even need to make an effort for them! These things are lying around your house all the time; all you need to do is place them at places which highlight them.

Let us begin with our home décor task for the day. We will start with the kitchen, which if not the most neglected, is definitely one of the ignored areas of any house when it comes to interior décor. The first rule is to have trendy dish-towels around the kitchen and take out all those lemons stuffed in your fridge. Place them in a pretty bowl and put it on your kitchen counter-top or table to add some natural colour, as well the fresh scent. Also make sure to store all your herbs and spices in containers in clean glass jars with attractive labels on them. Let us move to your bathroom now. Piles of soft white towels will add a charm of their own to your bathroom. So, have plenty of them around in plain view and if possible throw in a few candles for that dreamy look.

It has been said a million times and we will tell you again, do not hide your cutlery, put them out on display! Place them where they can be seen and put together a few colours and styles for a gorgeous effect. Now, moving to your bedroom, we will suggest that you switch to crisp white bed linen. This is one combination which never falls short of elegant and cozy at the same time. These tips should take care of making your interiors look inviting, even while you are at your laziest!

Colours & Ancient Sciences

Feng Shui For January 2015

Feng Shui can really help us in bringing positive energy into our homes and the biggest relief is that you do not need to move mountains for it!

Feng Shui can really help us in bringing positive energy into our homes and the biggest relief is that you do not need to move mountains for it! Most people think that Feng Shui is nothing more than moving your furniture around and putting a few mirrors here or there. Well, we are sorry to burst your bubble but Feng Shui is more than just moving around your furniture. It is every little thing around the house which counts by letting energy flow better around the house or your work-place.

The thing to keep in mind here is that you should not expect miracles to happen out of your Feng Shui efforts, as results will take time and sometimes there might be a bigger problem because of which your efforts will not materialize at all. But let us not give up hope and try to make things happen from our end. We have got you a few simple tips which can help in improving the energy flow in your house.

First and foremost, the thing that you need to start on from today is to avoid creating clutter. Always keep your house tidy and clean, along with your front path or any pathway leading up to your house. Once this is done, install a mirror in your hallway so that it does not look like a dead end anymore. Also, make sure that none of the doors in your house squeak by regularly oiling them. Take care that your bedroom does not have a mirror directly opposite to the bed or sideways to your bed.

Little things like closing your toilet lid after using it and making sure that you do not sit with your back to the front door will make a huge difference to the energy in your house. These little changes will help in bringing in the desired positive energy to your house.

Reiki For January 2015

Reiki has changed the lives of many of its users and it surely deserves a place in the New Year resolutions of all its practitioners.

Reiki has changed the lives of any of its users and it surely deserves a place in the New Year resolutions of all its practitioners. New Year is a time of new beginnings and starting everything afresh. It is the time to decide on your goals and priorities for the upcoming year and chart a plan which will help you achieve all your goals. So, it is time that you start having a 'Reiki Resolution' this year onwards.

The best way to go about it is to have both short term and long term goals for your Reiki practice and keep improvising on them as you go ahead in the year and realize your potential better. The first thing that you will need to do is to resolve to practice Reiki self-treatment regularly, which will help in the overall well-being of your health. You also have to make sure that you practice Reiki meditation every single day so that it helps in keeping your daily stress levels low and help in improving your immune function.

Reiki is not only about meditation but also about eating healthy, as this will not only benefit your health but your Reiki will be more fruitful if you eat healthy. Only practicing Reiki won't help, you will also need to resolve that you are going to improve your Reiki skills further. Another resolution that you need to take is to apply your Reiki skills to other areas of your life to bring positivity to all the spheres of your existence. And last but not the least, it's important to make sure that you share your knowledge and experiences of Reiki with your friends and family because after all sharing is caring.

Vaastu For January 2015

Vaastu experts feel that ensuring a few things around your house will make sure that you dwell amidst peace and prosperity for the rest of the year.

Peace and prosperity are two things which every individual around the world wants for their family and we know that these two top your wish list too. New Year is the time to set the tone for the rest of the year and Vaastu experts feel that ensuring a few things around your house will make sure that you dwell amidst peace and prosperity for the rest of the year.

The first and the most important thing that Vaastu wants you to focus on is to keep your house clutter-free, as that drags your energy down and limits the scope of your happiness. After your New Year cleaning or wall painting is done, ensure that you perform a space cleaning ritual. Space cleaning rituals are a highly recommended practice by Vaastu experts, as this removes all the negative energies from your house.

The process of space cleaning is pretty simple; first you need to dissolve a lump of rock salt in water and then mop your floor with this water. After your mopping is done, take camphor in a bowl, burn it and walk with it all around your house. Performing this ritual will make sure that all the negative energies in your house are warded off.

However, there may be instances where you still get a feeling that negative energies have not yet left your house. In such a scenario, you should mop your floor with rock salt for seven days and spread the fragrance of camphor throughout the house for seven days. You can also place a bowl of rock salt in the house for seven days and remember to change the salt every day. Bring in the New Year with fervour, festivity and all the blessings that this world has to offer to you!